Morning Wide: Today's Major News

1. Tropical nights bring sleeplessness, scorching heat continues into daytime

Tropical nights persisted across most parts of the country. Scorching heat will also continue during the day.

2. First-instance ruling on false remarks during presidential election at stake, with PPP facing potential 39.7 billion won return

The first-instance ruling will be handed down today, July 27, regarding former President Yoon Suk Yeol, who was indicted on charges of making false statements during the 2022 presidential campaign. If a fine of 1 million won or more is finalized by the Supreme Court, the People Power Party will have to return 39.7 billion won.

3. Suspect in Berlin vehicle ramming following IS shot dead

A man in his 20s drove a vehicle into a crowd at a Pride parade in Berlin, Germany, killing one person and injuring 29 others. The man was shot dead during the arrest, and the German government is treating the incident as a terrorist attack inspired by the extremist group ISIS.

4. Silicon Valley investment attraction push; President Lee arrives in Brazil

President Lee Jae-myung met with investors in Silicon Valley, U.S., asking them to invest in domestic startups and venture companies. Having completed his itinerary in the United States, President Lee arrived in Brazil early this morning for a three-nation tour of South America.
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